Part Time Intake Assessor (LSW)

Blueridge Vista Behavioral Hospital; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

BlueRidge Vista is seeking a Part-Time LSW Intake Assessor to perform overnight behavioral health assessments for adult patients and determine admission needs. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to facilitate admissions and ensure accurate documentation.

The role requires an Ohio LSW license, a BSN? (note: actually SW degree) and experience with crisis assessment, with attention to patient safety and confidentiality. This position supports our 24/7 admissions operations.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio LSW license is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Knowledge of behavioral health diagnoses, crisis intervention, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and behavioral health assessments for adult patients seeking inpatient psychiatric services.
• Complete timely clinical documentation in the EMR.
• Assess patient risk including suicide and violence, using established tools.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Communication

Independence

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

About BlueRidge Vista

Our team at BlueRidge Vista is forward-thinking and provides behavioral health care. We serve the residents of Southwest Ohio and Kentucky. Our psychiatric programs and therapies help your entire family recover from struggles with mental health disorders and traumatic events. We offer inpatient services for adult patients, partial hospitalization care, and intensive outpatient care.

Position Summary

The Part-Time LSW Intake Assessor is responsible for conducting comprehensive behavioral health assessments for adult patients presenting for psychiatric evaluation and admission during overnight hours. Working collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and referral sources, the Intake Assessor determines the appropriate level of care, facilitates admissions, and ensures timely, accurate clinical documentation. This position plays a vital role in providing high-quality patient care while supporting the hospital's 24/7 admission process.

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and behavioral health assessments for adult patients seeking inpatient psychiatric services.
• Complete timely, accurate, and thorough clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Assess patient risk, including suicide, homicide, and other safety concerns, using established assessment tools and clinical judgment.
• Determine admission appropriateness based on clinical presentation and established admission criteria.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient admissions.
• Communicate effectively with referral sources, emergency departments, families, and community providers regarding admission decisions and patient needs.
• Obtain and verify clinical information necessary to support admission recommendations.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, accreditation, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in shift handoff communication to ensure continuity of patient care.
• Respond professionally to crisis situations while maintaining patient safety and dignity.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license in the State of Ohio.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Knowledge of behavioral health diagnoses, crisis intervention, and risk assessment.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently during overnight hours while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and standard computer applications.